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Foodborne-illness outbreak occurs when how many people or more become ill eating the same food?
Foodborne-illness outbreak occurs when how many people or more become ill eating the same food?
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What is a step in practicing correct personal hygiene?
What is a step in practicing correct personal hygiene?
Using a bandage on a hand cut under disposable gloves
At which minimum temperature should hot food be held in a self-service area?
At which minimum temperature should hot food be held in a self-service area?
135
One way to prevent cross-contamination is to?
One way to prevent cross-contamination is to?
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What method of pest control can a manager or staff member perform?
What method of pest control can a manager or staff member perform?
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Which is the highest air temperature at which shell eggs can be received?
Which is the highest air temperature at which shell eggs can be received?
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A food handler working the short order grill removes gloves to answer the phone. Before returning to the grill the food handler must?
A food handler working the short order grill removes gloves to answer the phone. Before returning to the grill the food handler must?
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Stuffed fish must be cooked to a minimum internal temperature of?
Stuffed fish must be cooked to a minimum internal temperature of?
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Cooking poultry to a minimum internal temperature of 165 is an example of which HACCP method?
Cooking poultry to a minimum internal temperature of 165 is an example of which HACCP method?
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Foodborne pathogens grow best in foods with a water activity within which range?
Foodborne pathogens grow best in foods with a water activity within which range?
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What must be done with a shipment of shucked shellfish that has been delivered at 50 degrees?
What must be done with a shipment of shucked shellfish that has been delivered at 50 degrees?
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Who is responsible for reporting employee health issues to the appropriate authorities?
Who is responsible for reporting employee health issues to the appropriate authorities?
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Beef noodle soup made with leftover beef must be cooked to which minimum internal temperature for 15 seconds?
Beef noodle soup made with leftover beef must be cooked to which minimum internal temperature for 15 seconds?
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Which HACCP principle identifies places in the flow of food where hazards can be prevented, eliminated, or reduced to acceptable levels?
Which HACCP principle identifies places in the flow of food where hazards can be prevented, eliminated, or reduced to acceptable levels?
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During a 12-hour power outage, temperature of the freezer reached 55 degrees and all of the products have thawed. The correct action for the manager to take is to?
During a 12-hour power outage, temperature of the freezer reached 55 degrees and all of the products have thawed. The correct action for the manager to take is to?
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What is the minimum internal cooking temperature for ground veal?
What is the minimum internal cooking temperature for ground veal?
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What should a manager do when a state adopts the most current model FDA food code?
What should a manager do when a state adopts the most current model FDA food code?
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When should a meat slicer be cleaned and sanitized?
When should a meat slicer be cleaned and sanitized?
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The only completely reliable backflow prevention method is a?
The only completely reliable backflow prevention method is a?
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Shatter-resistant heat lamp bulbs are an excellent way to prevent which type of contamination?
Shatter-resistant heat lamp bulbs are an excellent way to prevent which type of contamination?
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Stationary kitchen equipment with legs should be mounted at least how far off the floor?
Stationary kitchen equipment with legs should be mounted at least how far off the floor?
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A food handler with a sore throat and fever must NOT work around?
A food handler with a sore throat and fever must NOT work around?
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Fruits and vegetables that are cooked for hot holding must reach a temperature of?
Fruits and vegetables that are cooked for hot holding must reach a temperature of?
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Under which condition may food prepared in a private home be served in an operation?
Under which condition may food prepared in a private home be served in an operation?
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When should hand antiseptics be used?
When should hand antiseptics be used?
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Which risk may result from having cross-contamination?
Which risk may result from having cross-contamination?
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In between uses, buckets of chemical sanitizing solution containing wet wiping cloths must be stored?
In between uses, buckets of chemical sanitizing solution containing wet wiping cloths must be stored?
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A food handler stores sanitizer next to bread and labels the bottle 'sanitizer.' What did the food handler do wrong?
A food handler stores sanitizer next to bread and labels the bottle 'sanitizer.' What did the food handler do wrong?
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A common food allergen is found in?
A common food allergen is found in?
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Leftover chili being reheated for hot holding must reach which minimum internal temperature for 15 seconds?
Leftover chili being reheated for hot holding must reach which minimum internal temperature for 15 seconds?
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Which item is a TCS food?
Which item is a TCS food?
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What should a cook do to prepare food that is safe for a customer with a food allergy?
What should a cook do to prepare food that is safe for a customer with a food allergy?
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What is the best way to thaw frozen shrimp?
What is the best way to thaw frozen shrimp?
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Which food is classified as a TCS food?
Which food is classified as a TCS food?
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A common allergen found in yogurt is?
A common allergen found in yogurt is?
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When should hands be washed during food prep to avoid cross-contamination?
When should hands be washed during food prep to avoid cross-contamination?
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Purpose of a food defense program is to?
Purpose of a food defense program is to?
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After a new piece of food prep equipment is installed the manager should?
After a new piece of food prep equipment is installed the manager should?
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Which food must be received and stored at 41 degrees or lower?
Which food must be received and stored at 41 degrees or lower?
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When is food considered adulterated?
When is food considered adulterated?
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Caterers are delivering cold TCS food to an outdoor event. Upon delivery, the temperature of the food is found to be 41 degrees. The food may remain without temperature control for 6 hours as long as its temperature does not exceed?
Caterers are delivering cold TCS food to an outdoor event. Upon delivery, the temperature of the food is found to be 41 degrees. The food may remain without temperature control for 6 hours as long as its temperature does not exceed?
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Game animals received for sale in an operation should be?
Game animals received for sale in an operation should be?
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A food handler who has diarrhea may return to work after being symptom free for at least how many hours?
A food handler who has diarrhea may return to work after being symptom free for at least how many hours?
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If a previously cooked food has been cooling for 2 hours and the internal temperature is 70, the next step is to?
If a previously cooked food has been cooling for 2 hours and the internal temperature is 70, the next step is to?
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A food handler must be reported to the regulatory authority if diagnosed with an illness caused by?
A food handler must be reported to the regulatory authority if diagnosed with an illness caused by?
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Frozen food coated with ice crystals indicates food that has been?
Frozen food coated with ice crystals indicates food that has been?
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Correct hand washing must take a total of how many seconds?
Correct hand washing must take a total of how many seconds?
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The best way to thaw frozen chicken breast is to place them?
The best way to thaw frozen chicken breast is to place them?
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A restricted-use pesticide shall be applied only by the?
A restricted-use pesticide shall be applied only by the?
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Purchasing food from an approved supplier better ensure that?
Purchasing food from an approved supplier better ensure that?
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One way to ensure that correct cooking temperatures are reached is to?
One way to ensure that correct cooking temperatures are reached is to?
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Cooked TCS food is reheated in a microwave and then held in a steam table. To be considered safe, the food must be reheated to at least?
Cooked TCS food is reheated in a microwave and then held in a steam table. To be considered safe, the food must be reheated to at least?
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The manager must notify the regulatory authority when food handlers have?
The manager must notify the regulatory authority when food handlers have?
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To honestly present food means to?
To honestly present food means to?
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What is the primary source of Hepatitis A?
What is the primary source of Hepatitis A?
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Which is an example of a critical control point?
Which is an example of a critical control point?
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An example of a physical contaminant is?
An example of a physical contaminant is?
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Study Notes
Food Safety Concepts
- A foodborne illness outbreak occurs when two or more people become ill from eating the same food.
- Correct personal hygiene practices include using bandages on cuts and wearing disposable gloves.
- Hot food in self-service areas must be held at a minimum temperature of 135°F.
- Prevent cross-contamination by cooking food to its minimum internal temperature.
Pest Control & Food Handling
- Managers should routinely inspect incoming food shipments for insects as part of pest control.
- Shell eggs can be received at a maximum air temperature of 45°F.
- A food handler must wash hands and put on new gloves after removing gloves to answer a phone call.
Cooking Temperatures & HACCP
- Stuffed fish must be cooked to a minimum internal temperature of 165°F.
- Cooking poultry at 165°F is an example of establishing critical limits in HACCP.
- Foodborne pathogens thrive in food with a water activity between 0.0-1.0.
Shipping, Receiving & Allergens
- A shipment of shucked shellfish delivered at 50°F must be rejected.
- The manager is responsible for reporting employee health issues to authorities.
- Leftover chili must be reheated to 155°F for safe hot holding.
- TCS foods (Time/Temperature Control for Safety) include cut watermelon and sliced tomatoes.
Safety Protocols & Sanitation
- Hands should be washed at the beginning of the shift to avoid cross-contamination.
- A food handler with a sore throat and fever cannot work around food items.
- Hand sanitizers should be used after hand washing.
- Chemical sanitizing solution buckets must be stored under the service sink between uses.
Additional Food Safety Regulations
- Foods in private homes cannot be served in a food service operation.
- Foods held under unsanitary conditions are considered adulterated.
- Catered cold TCS food delivered at 41°F can remain without temperature control for 6 hours, not exceeding 70°F.
- Game animals must be commercially raised for food safety.
Illness & Contamination
- A food handler diagnosed with an illness from Shigella spp must be reported.
- Frozen food with ice crystals is often a sign of proper handling.
- Correct handwashing should take a total of 20 seconds.
Equipment & Procedures
- Stationary kitchen equipment must be mounted at least 4 inches off the floor.
- Review cleaning and maintenance schedules after installing new food prep equipment.
- A food handler should wear gloves when preparing food that contains allergens.
- The primary source of Hepatitis A is human feces.
Best Practices
- Ensure food is purchased from approved suppliers to comply with regulatory requirements.
- Keep accurate temperature logs to verify cooking temperatures.
- Cooked TCS food in a microwave must be reheated to at least 165°F for safety.
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Test your knowledge on food safety with this SERVSAFE quiz. Covering topics such as foodborne illnesses, personal hygiene, and safe food temperatures, this quiz provides essential information for anyone in the food service industry. Improve your understanding and awareness of food safety practices.
